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Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Paralegal in our San Diego office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package
Position Summary:
The Private Wealth Paralegal will assist attorneys in estate administrations. Must perform in an organized, efficient manner, and be willing to support the department with general administrative duties and special projects as needed. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Files probate documents with courts throughout the State and manages dockets
Marshals and obtains values of estate assets
Assists in the preparation of federal estate and gift tax returns
Completes the preparation of Wills, Trusts and other estate planning forms as directed by attorneys
Prepares real property deeds and related documents, marshal assets, and organize/index documents
Prepares fiduciary accountings; prepares file probate forms and manages dockets
Prepares petitions for probate, trust-related documents, pleadings, and declarations with applicable courts
Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Skills & Competencies:
A team player with a positive attitude and able to maintain a consistently high standard of service
A self-starter who can work well under minimal supervision as well as take a proactive approach to his or her work and be team oriented
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, strong client service skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure
Ability to multi-task and set priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Qualifications & Prior Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree required, Certificate in Paralegal studies from an accredited institution preferred; equivalent experience considered
Certified Paralegal a plus
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a medium to large size law firm
Must be able to handle all aspects of estate planning, probate, and trust administration
Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly
The expected pay range for this position is:
Annualized Range: 100k-120k
Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.
Greenberg Traurig is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.
Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion and equity across our platform, the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield). Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity. The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes. Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm’s progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics. In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus. We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program’s alignment with the firm’s commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving our goals and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements. Providing your data is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be treated confidentially.
